What is PentestKit Mobile? A Complete Guide for Security Enthusiasts

If you’re into penetration testing, bug bounty hunting, or just curious about mobile security tools, you might want to check out PentestKit Mobile, a powerful Android app packed with tools for security testing on the go.

In this post, I’ll dive into what PentestKit Mobile is, what features it offers, who it’s for, its limitations, and why it might be useful for you.

ChatGPT Pentest App Comparison

Note: This comparison is focused only on Web Penetration Testing capabilities.

I acknowledge that NetHunter and Termux are widely regarded as godmode tools in the ethical hacking world, extremely powerful and customizable, especially for advanced users and seasoned pentester. Even though I have my own tool, PentestKit, I still personally use both NetHunter and Termux for my own security research. However, this comparison is focused only on tools designed for web application testing and the overall ease of use from scanning to exploitation and post-exploitation, particularly without the need to switch between multiple apps.

What is PentestKit Mobile?

PentestKit Mobile is a free Android app developed by The Joloto Project, Hey thats me (John Lodan Tojot). It’s designed specifically for penetration testers, security researchers, bug bounty hunters, and students who want to learn about security vulnerabilities using their mobile devices.

Think of it as a Swiss Army knife for security testing, it packs multiple tools that help you perform various types of assessments and reconnaissance, exploitation and post-exploitation directly from your phone.

Reconnaissance, Exploitation, and Post-Exploitation Tools in PentestKit Mobile

PentestKit Mobile offers a variety of tools that align with different phases of penetration testing: reconnaissance, exploitation, and post-exploitation. Understanding these phases helps you use the app more effectively.

1. Reconnaissance - is all about gathering information about the target before launching attacks:

• Google Dork: Use advanced Google searches to find sensitive data exposed online.
• Web Crawler: Scan websites to find hidden pages, directories, or files.
• Phone Number Crawler: Extract phone numbers from web content for social engineering or contact enumeration.
• Admin Finder: Locate admin login pages or panels which are common attack points.
• Network Scanner (IP and Port): Identify live hosts, open ports, and services running on the target network.
• Web Directory Scanner: Detect accessible folders or directories on web servers.
• WordPress Scanner: Scan WordPress sites for potential vulnerabilities or version info.

2. Exploitation - Using found weaknesses to break into or attack the target:

• Advanced Hackbar: Inject payloads to test for vulnerabilities like SQL Injection, XSS, or command injection.
• Denial of Service (DoS): Simulate DoS attacks to check how the target handles traffic spikes.
• Persistent Shells: Set up backdoors or web shells to maintain access once exploited.
• Run Server: Host malicious payloads or phishing pages during exploitation.
• Shell Terminal: Execute commands remotely if access is gained.

3. Post Exploitation - Actions after getting access, like maintaining control and gathering more info:

• Persistent Shells: Issue commands to explore or manipulate the system.
• Secure Shell (SSH): Set up secure tunnels or proxies for safe communication.
• CVE Viewer: Research vulnerabilities that can help pivot or escalate privileges further.

Why Some PentestKit Tools May Not Always Work?

PentestKit Mobile is a powerful tool for penetration testers, but it’s important to understand that some features may work today and stop working the next day. This behavior is expected, and it only affects the reconnaissance tools.

Tools like Google Dork, Bing Dork, Web Crawler, Phone Number Crawler, Admin Finder, Directory Scanner, and WordPress Scanner rely on live data from external websites and search engines. Because of that:

• Google, Bing, and other services often update their security to block automated tools.
• Websites constantly change their structure, which can break scanners and crawlers.
• Rate-limiting, IP blocking, and CAPTCHAs can stop recon tools from working properly.

These issues don’t mean the app is broken, they’re a result of modern security measures doing their job. Since PentestKit works like a real-world hacker toolkit, these tools will naturally face limitations.

That’s why PentestKit needs ongoing maintenance and updates.

Whenever these third-party services change or block access, I work on updating the app to bring the affected features back online as much as possible.

In short: Recon tools are powerful, but they’re also the most sensitive, and they need regular update to keep up with evolving defenses.

Future Plans for PentestKit

• Add centralized data management so you can create an account(OPTIONALLY), save notes, histories, and reports, and access your data from any device (Which we can`t do it right now because server is very expensive).
• Maintain a reliable system to keep your data safe and the app running smoothly 24/7.
• Keep adding new features while strictly following Google’s policies to ensure the app stays safe and available.
• Keeping your mobile device unrooted for the best and most secure experience.
• Run your own Python Scripts
• SQLMap

A Personal Note from the Developer

If you ever find a bug or notice that something suddenly stops working in PentestKit, please don’t be mad or frustrated. I understand how annoying it can be, but keep in mind, this app is maintained by only one person: ME. It’s not backed by any company or a team of developers. I build and maintain PentestKit during my personal time because I’m passionate about cybersecurity and want to help others learn and explore.

I always do my best to fix issues and push updates as quickly as possible, especially when tools break due to changes in external systems like Google, Bing, or target websites.

Staying Compliant with Google Play

Note: The app was previously taken down by Google Play due to policy violations — mainly because of the in-app tutorials. That’s why tutorials inside the app are now disabled.

As requested by Google, I had to remove them to comply with their rules. But don’t worry — I’ve found a way to continue helping you learn outside the app through safer, policy-compliant methods.

✅ And, Please use the right words when leaving reviews (avoid terms like “hack,” “DDoS,” etc.), because misuse of language can get the app flagged or removed again.

Is PentestKit Making Money?

PentestKit only earns around $3 a month, just from a small banner ad at the bottom. That’s it. No full-screen ads, no popups, no interruptions. Why? Because I believe in giving you a smooth experience without ruining the tools.

But of course, maintaining this app takes time and energy. It’s not just about coding, it’s constant updates, fixing tools when they break, keeping up with new CVEs, and improving the features you use every day.

If PentestKit helped you in any way, whether it saved you time, helped you learn something, or just made your workflow easier, consider sending a small donation.

It’s not required, but your support helps me keep the app alive, updated, and ad-free.

💡 Even a small amount goes a long way. Think of it like buying me a coffee for building this tool.

Hey! Using a modded version means you're not truly supporting the app — and you're putting your mobile at risk. It may contain modified or malicious code.